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Thanks to the internet and our ability to be constantly connected to it, the possibilities for marketing have gone through the roof. However unlike video killing the radio star, the internet has not squashed the need for printed marketing materials. That is right, printed materials are still a huge part of marketing. However, they are only relevant if they are revamped to adapt to the internet age.
The second is
that materials such as business cards and postcards are easy to file
away, or placed in a space where the consumer will come across them
again–such as a refrigerator or a desk top. Emails are easy to close out
of or delete! Even if there is an intention to go back to them, they get buried under
other incoming messages– out of sight out of mind.
Lastly, why would
you not want to hit all potential customers and not limit yourself to
those who are tech savvy? Concentrating all of your marketing efforts
online overlooks potential clients who do not use a computer or may not
be able to navigate the web efficiently.
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3. Acknowledge Internet Presence- Include your web presence on printed materials. Make sure you say
follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Include the link to your blog and
website! A simple phrase such as “For more info visit us on...” will do
the trick. The goal is to get your audience as engaged as possible. You
might initially connect with them via print materials but have
opportunities of future and more consistent engagement by encouraging
them to connect with you on social media.
4. Coupons- Include a printed coupon but also let them know where they can get the
coupon online so they can share with friends! If you already print it
for them it saves them time and money. This is giving them something
tangible and also letting them know where they can look to find further
savings and updates from your company. People love freebies so coupons
work wonders. Also taking the time to print the coupon so they don’t
have to is showing you value them by saving them time and ink.
5. Mailing Sign Up- Have a place on your website where people can sign up for printed
mailings as well as emails. Some people prefer to have items mailed to
them the old fashion way–Nothing wrong with that. If you provide both it
is a little extra effort on your part but it shows that you care about
serving your customers in whatever capacity they are most comfortable
with and that goes a long way.
What are some other ways you are combining your printed marketing materials with your online presence? What do you think about printed materials being “dead”? We would love to hear from you in the comments below.
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